Fifties Era Tin Foil Boat Lake Scene Melissa Compact Mirror antique rouge The makers gilded and lacquered

The makers gilded and lacquered this vintage accessory and so it will not tarnish or need to be cleaned

The tune plays very well

The lid has an engine turned design of horizontal lines with two banded borders engraved to look like lace

The hinge and catch work perfectly

just like lid is engraved & has a contrasting smooth silver border

Fifties Era Tin Foil Boat Lake Scene Melissa Compact Mirror antique rouge The makers gilded and lacqueredSuch an evocative mid century British powder compact! This lovely fifties era Melissa brand compact mirror is fitted with a tin foil scene which depicts a lakeside house, a private jetty and splendid mountain scenery. The foil is such a good medium the blue water, sky and mountains shimmer in the light. The compact is in good condition. The mirror gives a good clear reflection. The original protective covers on the lid and powder well are in place.